Cost of Participation
Scout Accounts
Through Fundraising, Scouts are able to earn money kept in their "Scout Accounts" which can be applied to trips, outings, etc. This is a great way for Scouts to contribute to their own Scouting experience.
Scholarships
Scouting is not without cost, but we do not discourage any girl from joining because she cannot afford our program. If your present situation falls under these circumstances, or you would like to recommend for membership a girl who may need some degree of assistance, please contact the Scoutmaster or Committee Chairperson so that efforts can be made to arrange a sponsor.
Friends of Scouting
There is an annual Fundraising Campaign called Friends of Scouting that does amazing and wonderful things for the BSA and its charitable outreach. While not a requirement, we do have a goal of 100% family participation in this campaign at whatever contribution level is appropriate for you.
Troop Dues and Recurring Expenses
Troop dues are set each year and are payable in or around October. The dues year runs from January through December. A subscription to Boy’s Life magazine is included in registration. It is intended that dues will cover all or substantially all the Troop operating expenses, including annual registration and awards, but they are not intended to cover any outing expenses.
Annual Dues:
Scouts - $150
Siblings - $150
Adults - $35
Eagle Scouts - $0
Crossover Webelos - Prorated based on start date
Outings:
11 monthly weekend outings: $25 - $75 per outing
Summer Camp (One week): $350
Larger trips such as High Adventure: varies by trip and airfare, accommodations, etc.
Approximate Uniform and Equipment Costs
Scout uniforms can be purchased online at ScoutShop.org or at the Scout Shop, located in the Atlanta Area Council Volunteer Service Center at 1800 Circle 75 Parkway Atlanta 30339.
Troop Provided Items:
Troop 432 neckerchief
Neckerchief slide (blue Turk’s head knot woggle),
Troop 432-unit patch,
Scout, BSA Handbook
Cub Scout Arrow of Light recipients will receive these items at the final Cub Pack meeting or Crossover. Other New Scouts will receive these items at our next regular Troop Meeting or Court of Honor.
Troop Inventory and Gear Loans:
The Troop has a supply of gently used uniforms and camping equipment available to Troop families. Tents are provided for most outings. If your family does not immediately have certain gear (sleeping bags, etc.), please ask and the Troop or current members will be happy to loan equipment to you.
Field Uniform and Basic Requirements:
(Troop provided items are indicated with an asterisk)
From the Scout Store or online at Scoutshop.com:
*Scout Handbook (Replacement) > $10-17
Long or short-sleeve khaki Scout shirt > $25-50
Scout pants (convertible to shorts) > $35-50
Scout socks > $15
Web belt with BSA buckle > $11-13
Required Uniform Patches (Patrol patch, World Crest and shoulder loops)* > $5-10
From the Troop:
6 Troop t-shirts > $60
Troop neckerchief (Replacement) > $TBD
Neckerchief slide (Replacement) > $TBD